- Undergraduate
- In-Person
Mechanical Engineering
Overview
Turn your curiosity about how things work into the ability to design and improve the systems people use every day. Gordon College’s mechanical engineering degree builds a strong foundation in mathematics and physics while helping you apply those concepts through laboratory work and engineering design.
As a mechanical engineering major, you will study how forces, motion, energy, and materials shape the performance of mechanical systems. Labs, design projects, and a two-semester capstone will help you develop practical skills and prepare for work in areas such as robotics, aerospace, product development, energy, and manufacturing.
Why earn your mechanical engineering degree at Gordon College?
Gordon’s mechanical engineering program combines rigorous technical preparation with close faculty mentorship and hands-on learning. You will build a strong foundation in how mechanical systems are designed, analyzed, and improved while receiving personal guidance from faculty.
Laboratory courses and design projects give you opportunities to apply what you learn in spaces such as the fabrication suite, robotics lab, mechanics lab, electronics lab, and machine shop. This practical experience strengthens your problem-solving skills and prepares you to approach real engineering challenges with confidence.
Gordon’s North Shore location also provides access to Boston-area research, internships, and professional opportunities. Nearly half of Gordon’s physics and engineering students continue directly into fully funded graduate programs at nationally ranked universities, while others begin careers in engineering and technology.
How can faith shape your work in mechanical engineering?
Mechanical engineers make choices that shape the way people live and interact with the world around them. At Gordon, you will explore how faith can guide those choices with integrity and a sense of responsibility toward others.
This perspective encourages you to think carefully about the purpose and impact of what you design. Gordon’s mechanical engineering major prepares you to use your technical knowledge in ways that support human well-being, respect the environment, and contribute meaningfully to the communities your work serves.
| Degree | Bachelor of Science |
|---|---|
| Program Level | Undergraduate |
| School | School of Science, Technology and Health |
| Program Format | In-Person |
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Courses
Mechanical Engineering Courses
Gordon offers a four-year mechanical engineering degree, along with a four-year General Engineering program and a 3-2 Engineering program.
Gordon College is institutionally accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education. The College is also actively pursuing programmatic accreditation through the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology for its engineering programs.
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Experiential Learning
92% of physics and engineering graduates participated in hands-on experiences. Gain experience outside of the classroom with:
- Research Experiences for Undergraduates
- Industry internships
- Our APS Chapter - Society of Physics Students
- Sigma Pi Sigma
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Scholarships
We’re committed to working with you to make college accessible. Gordon offers a wealth of generous scholarships to lower your cost of attendance.
Faculty
Faculty
Nationally recognized, personally focused
Learn from faculty who bring technical expertise into the classroom and laboratory while giving students the personal attention to grow as engineers. Through small classes, hands-on projects, and research guidance, they help you connect engineering concepts with practical problem-solving.
Faculty support also shapes your progress through the program, from selecting courses to preparing for internships, completing your capstone, and planning for a mechanical engineering career or graduate study.
Careers
Life after Gordon
What can you do with a mechanical engineering degree?
A mechanical engineering degree can prepare you to improve the products and systems people rely on every day. Through the program, you will develop the technical foundation to pursue work in areas such as robotics, aerospace, energy, manufacturing, and product development.
Potential career paths include:
- Robotics engineer
- Project manager
- Product designer
- R&D manager
- HVAC engineer
- Aerospace engineer
Graduates may also move into mechanical design, technical consulting, testing, or engineering research. Some advanced management and research roles may require additional experience or graduate education.